How to pronounce popera
Say it like PAH-per-uh. Popera has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAH).
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- PAH
- per
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Popera pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of popera
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: POP-uh-ruh.
What does popera mean?
- A crossover genre combining elements of pop music and classical opera.
- A musical or operatic work performed in this style.
Where does popera come from?
Blend of pop + opera.
Questions about saying popera
How do you pronounce popera?
Say PAH-per-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑpɚə/. In British English it is /ˈpɒpərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in popera?
Popera has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAH). Broken into parts: PAH · per · uh.
Is popera pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɒpərə/ (POP-uh-ruh).